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Cultural heritage and coastal beauty

Laguna Beach has drawn artists to its dramatic coastline since the early 1900s, establishing a creative legacy that continues today. The Laguna Art Museum anchors this heritage as California's oldest cultural institution, while the summer Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters transforms living tableaux into one of the region's most distinctive events. The city's natural amphitheater topography creates sweeping ocean views from hillside streets, where strict building codes preserve village-scale charm. Heisler Park's clifftop paths connect galleries and tide pools, offering a refined alternative to busier Main Beach.

Sophisticated dining and neighborhoods

The culinary scene reflects upscale sensibility, from Splashes Restaurant's oceanfront setting to Selanne Steak Tavern's refined atmosphere in a historic 1934 home. North Laguna's gallery row and secluded coves like Shaw's provide quieter sophistication, while the HIP District retains bohemian spirit through independent boutiques. South Laguna's resort properties, including The Ranch at Laguna Beach, cater to corporate retreats.

Practical access

John Wayne Airport sits 16 miles away, with straightforward ride-share access. Free seasonal trolleys connect hotels, beaches, and downtown, though most visitors find cars useful for exploring Crystal Cove State Park or nearby San Juan Capistrano's Spanish mission.

Frequently Asked Questions about Laguna Beach

Can I book hotels in Laguna Beach with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Laguna Beach using your Delta miles, either for the total amount or in combination with money to reserve your stay. Simply log in to your SkyMiles® account, where you will also discover Member-only offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my Laguna Beach hotel on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals reserved through Delta Stays. Plus, you will receive access to Member promotions at select properties, along with the option to complete payment using miles, cash, or a combination. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. Make sure to review the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. You will notice that refundable options are available for some rates, while others may be non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card gives you access to additional miles and benefits including an annual statement credit of up to $200 to use on prepaid hotels or vacation rentals booked through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply. For an overview of the advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays provides special promotions for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on accommodations reserved through their booking service. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

No, anyone can book hotels through Delta Stays. However, only SkyMiles Members can earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, Delta Stays offers a wide selection of vacation rentals in addition to hotels. You can search for homes, condos, and other unique stays powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have high ratings in Laguna Beach?

You will find 26 hotels in Laguna Beach to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Laguna Cove Hotel has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10, and features proposal/romance packages and a snack bar/deli. Another top-rated hotel is Surf & Sand Laguna Beach, where you can enjoy a beachfront setting and an outdoor pool. Casa Loma Beach Hotel (formerly The Inn at Laguna Beach) has a rating of 8.8 including good ratings for its beachfront setting. The hotel has an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Which area in Laguna Beach should I book for my stay?

There are plenty of interesting neighborhoods in Laguna Beach enjoyed by travelers and locals alike.

North Laguna balances upscale sophistication with coastal tranquility, where dramatic bluffs in Heisler Park overlook secluded coves like Shaws and Crescent Bay. Art galleries and the Laguna Art Museum draw culture seekers to this quieter stretch of coastline. The neighborhood is home to popular hotels including Hotel Joaquin.

South Laguna's dramatic cliffs shelter secluded coves like Thousand Steps Beach and Table Rock Beach, where tide pools reveal marine life between swims. Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park offers hiking trails above the Pacific. Well-reviewed hotels in the neighborhood include The Ranch at Laguna Beach and Montage Laguna Beach.

What's a good time of year to visit Laguna Beach?

To experience Laguna Beach during great weather, consider a visit in September when the ocean is warmest, the skies are sunny, and crowds have dispersed after summer. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during January when temperatures are cooler with occasional rain and significantly lower pricing.

Which hotels in Laguna Beach are located closest to Treasure Island Beach?

Treasure Island Beach dazzles with golden sands and tide pools teeming with marine life. Bring water shoes to explore the rocky formations when the tide recedes. Montage Laguna Beach is a popular hotel, which is just steps away. Le Petit Pali Laguna Beach is another well-reviewed hotel and it is also close by.

Which hotels in Laguna Beach are near Thousand Steps Beach?

Descend 218 steps to reach this secluded cove where tide pools reveal vibrant marine life at low tide. Sea caves invite exploration along the pristine shoreline. Popular hotels include The Ranch at Laguna Beach which is a short drive away. Another hotel is Montage Laguna Beach and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in Laguna Beach are near Heisler Park?

Heisler Park's cliff-side paths wind through gardens to tide pools where you can watch the Pacific crash below. The sunset views here draw fewer crowds than Main Beach. Hotel Joaquin is a popular hotel, which is just steps away. Surf & Sand Laguna Beach is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

What are some 4- and 5-star/luxury hotels in Laguna Beach?

Laguna Beach is home to plenty of luxury hotels. At Surf & Sand Laguna Beach, guests love the outdoor pool. Montage Laguna Beach is also well reviewed and features a beachfront setting and 3 outdoor pools. Visit the Luxury Stays page to see luxury properties in other destinations.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar